Hotels in Torquay

Where to Stay in Torquay

• The harbour and town centre: the marina, restaurants and shopping streets within walking distance.
• The seafront and Torre Abbey: sea-view hotels and Abbey Sands beach.
• Babbacombe and St Marychurch: a calmer area above the cliffs, with a historic cliff railway down to the beach.
• Paignton and Brixham: Torbay’s other towns, with sandy beaches for families and a fishing-harbour atmosphere.

Types of Accommodation

Guest houses and B&Bs make up most of Torquay’s accommodation; most are family-run with breakfast included. Larger hotels line the seafront too. Sea-view rooms are usually a separate room type.

When to Go

June to September is the best time for a beach holiday, and the area gets busy during the school holidays. Spring and autumn are ideal for coastal walks and a quiet break.

Getting There

The nearest airport is Exeter. For a private transfer to your hotel, see Exeter Airport to Torquay transfer. Trains reach Torquay via Newton Abbot, and buses and ferries link the Torbay towns.

Things to Do in Torquay

Kents Cavern, Babbacombe Model Village, Paignton Zoo, the Agatha Christie walking trail, the South West Coast Path and Brixham’s fishing harbour are Torquay’s classics. In south-west England you can also explore Newquay and Weymouth.

Who Is It For?

Torquay is ideal for families after a classic British seaside holiday, couples wanting a quiet coastal break and walkers exploring the Devon coast. For a calmer stay choose Babbacombe; for a lively harbour feel, the centre.

Practical Tips

• Guest houses may have limited check-in times, so let them know if you will arrive late.
• Some properties require a minimum two-night stay on summer weekends.
• Bring comfortable shoes for Torquay’s hilly streets.

Booking a Hotel in Torquay

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